Lip fillers have had a bad rap, mostly due to unethical or heavy-handed treatments where lips are overfilled or the injector hasn’t respected facial anatomy.
The “duck lip” look usually happens when too much lip filler is injected, meaning the product can sit outside the soft tissue and spill beyond the vermilion border or lip line, creating a slight ski-slope profile from the side view.
People often think lip fillers are only for reality stars, yet the truth is quite different. For every overfilled look you spot, there are countless subtle treatments you’d never detect.
At Dr Bailey Medspa in Woodhouse close to Leeds city centre, we specialise in natural looking lip fillers using premium products.
Why do patients get lip fillers?
Lip fillers are a versatile aesthetic treatment that can do much more than add size.
The reasons patients have lip fillers includes:
- To Improve lip definition
- Correct asymmetry
- Create gentle volume in thin lips
- Add hydration
- Smooth lines (including smoker’s lines) around the mouth
- Treat signs of ageing and lift the lip corners
- After surgery – for example for a cleft palette
- Cupid bow definition
Subtle volume
Many patients do like the look of more voluminous lips, and this can be achieved while still respecting facial features. The before and after below shows how 1ml of Juvederm lip filler can be administered to create gentle volume.
The results here also have the added benefit of shortening the look of the philtrim which has also given the patient a further anti aging effect.
Asymmetry and balance
We can treat asymmetric lips by adding balance. Some patients have an upper or lower lip that sits slightly out of proportion with the other. Lip filler can be used subtly to make the lips look more even while keeping your natural shape.
The golden ratio for lips
A commonly cited aesthetic guideline suggests the lower lip is roughly 1.6 times the size of the upper lip (about 1:1.6). This “golden ratio” is a mathematical proportion seen in nature and used in art and beauty to create a pleasing look.
The golden ratio is a guide rather than a rule. Proportions vary by face, age, and ethnicity, and we tailor treatment accordingly at Dr Bailey Medspa.
What does 0.5 ml of lip filler look like?
We offer lip fillers in half a ml and 1 ml volumes. Many patients new to lip filler prefer to start with a smaller amount and often ask what 0.5 ml or 1 ml will look like.
The image below shows the subtle volume that can be achieved with 0.5 ml on untreated lips. Results are soft, natural, and focused on gentle definition.
Patients may also choose half a ml of lip filler as a top-up for lips that have already been treated.
What does 1 ml of lip filler look like?
1 ml of lip filler can create a more noticeable result, but it can still look natural with the right injection technique. 1 ml may sound like a lot, but a standard teaspoon holds about 5 ml, so 1 ml is roughly one fifth of a teaspoon.
Lip filler Leeds prices
Prices for lip fillers in Leeds vary for several reasons, including the product used, the injector’s training and experience, the clinical setting, and the time allowed for assessment and aftercare advice.
Medical aesthetics clinics may charge more than beauticians offering dermal filler services because medical injectors undertake advanced training and follow rigorous safety protocols.
Complications are rare, but if they occur, medically trained practitioners are equipped to recognise and manage them appropriately.
At Dr Bailey Medspa in Woodhouse, Leeds, our pricing also reflects the premium fillers we use and our focus on natural looking lip fillers.
Cost of lip filler at Dr Bailey Medspa
- 0.5 ml –£200
- 1 ml – £300
Prices are a guide and include consultation and tailored treatment planning. Suitability is confirmed at your appointment.
What type of fillers do we use?
We use Juvederm and Teoxane which are leading brands of hyaluronic acid fillers in the UK. Both are known for smooth, natural looking results and long-lasting outcomes.
Lip fillers near me
If you are interested in exploring lip filler treatment with Dr Bailey Medspa, please book an appointment or a free consultation via our online booking form.
Our clinic is based within the Roots of Respect building in the Leeds University Quarter, a stone’s throw from the Parkinson Building and within walking distance of Leeds City Centre.
We would be delighted to help you plan your perfect result.
